"A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials." -Lucius Annaeus Seneca-
A sapphire is a precious gemstone from the corundum mineral. They are commonly known for their striking blue color, though they do appear in a number of other color varieties. Sapphires have an incredible history, from drawing fame with the royal family to playing a part in ancient legends. Thus, sapphires are one of the most sought-after gemstones for jewelry (alongside diamonds).
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The Gemological Institute of America states that any gemstone, whether natural or lab-made, can be classified as "real" if it contains a mineral makeup identical to that which appears in nature. This means that a lab-made synthetic diamond (CVD), for example, is just as "real" as a natural one, but at the same time, it cannot be called natural.
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